VPRE-73

Vintage preamp emulation

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Supported formats

AAX plugin support VST plugin supprt VST3 plugin supprt Audio Unit plugin support

Supported platforms (32/64 bit)

Requirements

MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS (MAC)

  • Intel Core CPU or Apple SIlicon M+ Processor
  • 1GB of RAM
  • Mac OSX 10.10 or newer (M1/M2 supported)
  • VST, VST3, AU or AAX compatible host (64bit)
  • Display resolution of 1280x1024 pixels or more

MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS (WINDOWS)

  • SSE2 compatible processor (Intel Core CPU recommended)
  • 1GB of RAM
  • Windows 7 or newer
  • VST, VST3 or AAX (x64) compatible host
  • Display resolution of 1280x1024 pixels or more
 

Overview

The VPRE-73 plug-in is inspired by one of the most classic preamps in recording studio history. While streamlining the original processor, we did our best to bring you an authentic emulation of the discrete preamp circuitry and audio transformers, but also retained the famous high shelf filter band. The VPRE-73 provides you with the low-end magic, the high-end sparkle and just the right amount of THD required to recreate a unique and classic vibe.

Features

Authentic circuit emulation

Our real time SPICE type component based circuit simulation approach allows to authentically capture the sound and feel of the analog counterpart in all nuances. Every crucial part of the circuit, including the input and output audio transformers, the discrete preamp circuit, as well as the HF shelving filter band have been faithfully modeled.

SSE2 optimized code

DSP operations are pipe-lined using the SSE2 instruction set. This ensures highest possible performance operation despite very complex computations.

Auto-adjusted oversampling for maximum audio transparency

Aliasing artifacts are efficiently attenuated using a low latency linear phase Dolph-Chebyshev poly-phase design. The oversampling is auto adjusted to your session‘s sample rate to save valuable CPU power while offering the most transparent sound possible.

HighDPI / Retina support

All our plug-Ins support high pixel density on Mac OSX and Windows to bring you the most enjoyable user experience on high DPI displays. Please refer to your manual to find whether your DAW is HighDPI capable if you‘re working on Windows.

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Customer Reviews

5
by Andrew (2025-10-09)

This just goes on pretty much everything

"Whenever I feel like a track is missing presence or needs a good boost of highs I just use this. Except for the basic EQ this plugin is the only one that constantly keeps showing up in my mixes. It's fantastic!"

5
by John Scholefield (2025-10-09)

Simple is best

"I love straightforward no nonsense plugins, zero learning curve and just great sound. Immediate satisfaction that just adds something good to the sound. VST3 means I can keep using for years to come."

5
by Sebastien M (2025-10-09)

Warm and Smooth!

"Love how the VPRE-73 adds warmth and character without overdoing it. It makes vocals and guitars sound fuller and more alive. Super easy to use and just sounds great every time!"

5
by Billy T (2025-10-09)

Taste the Neve

"Love this pre-amp emulation. If you're looking to pep up a sound in your mix, it adds a touch of character and delivers a smooth, silky top-end that truly enhances the overall tone. And VST3 now!!"

5
by ytrezaxxx (2025-10-09)

MAGIC !!!

"With this plugin everything become "crystal clear and powerful" : i don't know how it's work but... It's Magic Vibe in a second !"

5
by Thabiso Sothoane (2025-10-09)

The Neve Sound

"This is probably the best NEVE preamp sounding emulation I've come across, and trust me, I've tried many, many I could honestly get my hands on. Now I use it all the time when tracking. You guys really did an amazing job!! ????"

5
by Mehmet Kurtuluş (2025-10-08)

One of the Best Preamp on the Market

"I was searching a pre amp to use on my vocals and the other tracks during mixing. I have tried many others. I did not like it. But this one is excellent. I f you looking a prefect emulation an d great sound. Ypu are in the right place"

5
by Jan (2025-10-08)

My go to preamp in the box

"Honestly I am not used to write the reviews but here I honestly state this is basically my only preamp I keep using sfter years of hobby mixing. Truly easy and sounding awesome. Try it, if needed compare it to others and see for yourself ???? totally worth it in my opinion"

5
by Sherii (2025-10-08)

Great For the TooBox!

""A great addition to any plugin arsenal, whether u want colour, harmonics or something that saves your signal!. on of my favourite uses is to put it before my AMPEX ATR tape plugin to Get the curve closer to the sound of the original. (A Dexter Simmons Trick!)""

5
by Sheriff (2025-10-08)

Great For the ToolBox!!!

"A great addition to any plugin arsenal, whether u want colour, harmonics or something that saves your signal!. on of my favourite uses is to put it before my AMPEX ATR tape plugin to Get the curve closer to the sound of the original. (A Dexter Simmons Trick!)"

5
by Jin (2025-10-08)

Such a excellent Harmonics maker!

"I've always put this plugins at the mixbus to make harmonics and make the song louder naturally. Two thumbs up!"

5
by this is amazing plate plugin (2025-10-09)

nice character

"great"

5
by Claus Schack (2025-10-08)

VPRE-73 Vintage preamp emulation

"Have used this plugin many time for adding for adding a vintage felling to my guitars. Its so simple to use and adds that little extra, that I strive for in my guitar parts to stand out. Recommend it to everyone! "

5
by Ezequiel Morales (2025-10-09)

It is essential in my mixes.

"I already have a favorite, but this plugin could take its place. I think they did an excellent job."

5
by Bryan Peppin (2025-10-08)

Silky Smooth

"Just got to love the silky smooth sound that this VPre-73 produces.. I don’t know any other plug-in that does what it does.."

5
by Alexis (2025-10-09)

VPRE-73 inspira calidad

"me gustaría probar este plugin"

5
by Curtis (2025-10-09)

Every Release!

"Sure thing — here’s a more casual, friendly version that fits perfectly for a store review or social post: --- VPRE-73 is seriously awesome. It adds that smooth vintage vibe and warmth without muddying things up, and it helps makes vocals, drums, and guitars sit great in the mix. Super easy on the CPU, sounds amazing, and feels way more expensive than it is. Total no-brainer."

5
by Benito (2025-10-08)

VPRE-73

"One of the first pre amp plugins I got that made me feel like I have "that sound" in the box"

5
by Curtis (2025-10-09)

Every Release!

"VPRE-73 is seriously awesome. It adds that smooth vintage vibe and warmth without muddying things up, and it helps makes vocals, drums, and guitars sit great in the mix. Super easy on the CPU, sounds amazing, and feels way more expensive than it is. Total no-brainer."

5
by Florian (2025-10-08)

Really great preamp!

"This ist my favourite Neve-style preamp. Great Sound and saturation, easy to use and looks great????!"

5
by Henrique (2025-10-09)

Just the right amount of THD

"This plugin works great on any sound source. The simple options are fantastic and easy to dial in. Highly recommended."

5
by AG (2025-10-08)

VPRE-73

"Great plugin. I mostly use it on vocals to give them some presence in the mix. Highly recommended."

5
by Naoki Hayasaka (2025-10-09)

my favorite

"It's simple, doesn't put much strain on the CPU, and is easy to use. The chicken logo and purple color are exciting. I like it because it's also reasonably priced."

5
by Nate (2025-10-08)

Very good to get the color

"Very good plugin to get the color desire when needing dark or high results in track."

5
by Gabriel Rodriguez (2025-01-30)

Great coloration and versatility

"This plugin makes any source sound phenomenal . Particularly on vocals and bass for me. The coloration options are fantastic and dial in almost instantly. Highly recommended. "

5
by Jim (2025-10-08)

Great Plugin!

"I'm astonished with this amazing plugin. Excellent one!"

5
by Juan Java (2025-10-09)

Beautiful

"Never used a HW 73 unit, so I can't compare to it. But what I can say is I use it on all my vocal tracks. "Silky" sound is how can I describe it"

5
by Daniel (2025-10-08)

One of my go-to's

"So east and great soundisng. Use this all the time for vocals, guitars etc.. is fire"

5
by Giselle Chacon (2025-01-29)

This thing cooks!

"Everything you want in a 73 preamp. Nice and warm but plenty of detail. Don't be afraid to push those controls, because you can't break it- you can only change to a different timeline. Really powerful color, but hard to get wrong."

5
by Gabriel Bortolatto (2025-10-09)

Just great

"Saw my producer putting it at the beginning of every vocal. Decided to try it out, and it sounds awesome."

5
by Anthony Chiarello (2025-01-29)

Essential tool for any mixers toolbox

""Go to" plugin to add analog character for VI's, sampled drums, guitar amp sims, etc. Works wonders on sterile-sounding bass and vocal tracks."

5
by DT Brandon (2025-10-09)

It’s on every master

"A little goes a long way when gluing a project together and this plugin nails it."

5
by Claudio Gurgel (2025-01-29)

All channel

"This plugin is special. I use it on all channels, it adds energy and clarity to the sound. By far the most important plugin I have"

5
by Javier Cruz (2025-01-29)

THE BEST PREAMP

"The best color plugin for vocals, I love the tone and character"

5
by paesoundspace (2025-01-29)

color all track with 73

"I all way use it first in plugin chain. and all track in project. Its work."

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Industry Reviews

Koen Heldens

Koen Heldens

Producer/Mixer/Engineer Beyoncé, Rihanna, J.Lo, Timbaland mixedbykoenheldens.com

"VPRE-73: Sounds like rich dark chocolate syrup! Brings lushful body to thin sounding vocals."